CCPD Law Enforcement Explorer Post 133

CCPD Law Enforcement Explorer Post 133 “Our Best Today for a Better Tomorrow!"

The Corpus Christi Explorer Post 133 was formed in early 1972 as a living memorial, and to honor ALL fallen officers, after the death of John William Sartain (badge #133) E.O.W Aug. 20, 1971at the hands of a sniper at the old Corpus Christi Police Station located on Martin Luther King Blvd. The Explorers are affiliated with the Boy Scouts of America’s Learning For Life program which enhances self-

confidence, motivation, civic-mindedness, and cultivates strong leadership traits; characteristics which help young adults prepare for a career in law enforcement and to become future leaders. The purpose of this organization is to afford an opportunity for young adults in this community to observe, participate, and learn about law enforcement.

Join us for Summer Academy!
05/26/2026

Join us for Summer Academy!

05/13/2026

CONGRATULATIONS to our 2026 graduating Seniors!!!!! Each of these shinning stars are headed to the next chapter in their lives: 4 to college and 1 to the military! These young men and women are the future of our department and community. Post 133 is honored to be a part of your journey and look forward to seeing what the future holds for each of you!

05/13/2026

Sneak peak at the 2026 photo shoot for our graduating Seniors!!!!!!!

A huge CONGRATULATIONS to our Explorer, J’lynn Fernandez on her official signing with McKendree University!! It has been...
03/26/2026

A huge CONGRATULATIONS to our Explorer, J’lynn Fernandez on her official signing with McKendree University!! It has been our greatest honor to be a part of your journey into adulthood and have a front row seat to the amazing young woman you are today! We are proud of you!

Post 133 attended the annual Friends of Scouting Breakfast held by the ! Phenomenal event and proud to be a part of thi...
03/06/2026

Post 133 attended the annual Friends of Scouting Breakfast held by the ! Phenomenal event and proud to be a part of this council!

Scouting America, South Texas Council
Corpus Christi Police Foundation
Corpus Christi Police Department

Yesterday, 2 of our former Explorers graduated from the 85th Corpus Christi PD Academy! Both of these exceptional young ...
02/28/2026

Yesterday, 2 of our former Explorers graduated from the 85th Corpus Christi PD Academy! Both of these exceptional young men began their journey through our Exploring program and will now start their next chapter on the FTO program. This is exactly what it means when we say “investing in our future!” We expect great things from our new officers 🤩

02/07/2026

First 5K of the year for Post 133 is in the books! GREAT JOB GUYS! It was a chilly 🥶 start but they showed up and rocked!

Scouting America, South Texas Council
Corpus Christi Police Department
Corpus Christi Police Foundation

From being Officer Blue at National Night Out, to the St Patrick’s annual Carnival, to the Back the Blue Clay Shoot, Pos...
10/13/2025

From being Officer Blue at National Night Out, to the St Patrick’s annual Carnival, to the Back the Blue Clay Shoot, Post 133 had a very busy week!!! Thank you to the Explorers AND the parents for the late nights and early mornings that make the events run great!

09/18/2025

Thank you to Group 1 GMC Coastal Bend for sponsoring our 8th Annual Back the Blue Clay Shoot!
Your support helps the Corpus Christi Police Foundation provide critical resources to the brave men and women of the Corpus Christi Police Department.

08/20/2025

Please take a moment and remember our fallen brother, John Sartain. Keep his family in your thoughts and prayers as today marks the 54th anniversary of John's End-of-Watch. May God find peace for John, his family, and the entire CCPD family during this difficult time.

John William Sartain – August 20, 1971

On August 19, 1971, at approximately 11 p.m., Officer John Sartain and his partner Gilbert Lazo were walking to their patrol unit to begin their tour of duty. A 16-year-old sniper shot Sartain from a housing complex across the street from the Police Department. John Sartain was pronounced dead at 8:50 a.m. on August 20, 1971.

Sartain was survived by his wife and daughter.

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321 John Sartain Street
Corpus Christi, TX
78401

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Sunday 12pm - 5pm

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